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IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH, 3D + RGB: New 3D camera from IDS brings colour into space!

With Ensenso C, IDS presents a stereo vision camera that not only generates 3D point clouds, but also delivers 2D images in colour (RGB) thanks to an additionally integrated image sensor. This enables realistic 3D images and supports subsequent processes–for example when the images are to be further processed to perform sorting tasks. Its compact housing is completely enclosed and complies with protection class IP65/67. This reliably protects the components from environmental influences a...

Matrix Comsec confirms participation in the IREE 2023, 15th International Railway Equipment Exhibition

Matrix, a prominent provider of Telecom and Security solutions, eagerly anticipates showcasing its range of security and telecom products at IREE 2023. This event is scheduled from 12th to 14th October 2023 and is dedicated to innovative security solutions. The venue is Booth No. 2.120, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. Matrix is the first company to offer RDSO 6.0-compliant cameras for Indian Railways. Matrix cameras are certified by STQC, Delhi lab for following the OWASP ASVS 4.0 mandated by...

Idesco announces environmental-friendly oversized ID cards

Idesco Corp., a New York-based ID card solutions provider announced the company is offering oversized degradable ID cards to customers in addition to the standard oversized cards. Environmentally friendly cards These new environmentally friendly cards will help event managers offer an eco-friendly solution to their customers. The cards went through stringent testing by Northeast Laboratories, Inc. which included a degradation test according to Method ASTM D5511 – Standard Test Method fo...

ESA national training school instructor of the year 2023: Jim Mundy

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has bestowed its National Training School Instructor of the Year honour to Jim Mundy, President of Asset Protection Associates, who stands as a shining example of dedication, expertise, and inspiration in the field of electronic security and life safety. “My first absolute love is teaching,” says Jim Mundy. “I began teaching when I was twelve years old, starting with archery, then later as a technical instructor in the military, eventu...

Magenta Security continues its carbon neutrality streak and acheives zero emissions for another year

Magenta Security, a pioneering provider of environmentally friendly security solutions, proudly announces its ongoing commitment to sustainability with the successful verification of its carbon-neutral status for the period from 25 May 2022 to 24 May 2023. The company has maintained its dedication to minimising its environmental impact, achieving a market-based carbon footprint of 0.00 tCO2e during this assessment period. Green future commitment  Having exceeded its original goal of beco...

Quanergy showcases the power of 3D LiDAR security for retail security at the 2023 LPRC Impact Conference

Quanergy Solutions, Inc. is showcasing how its innovative Q-Track™ 3D LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) solution can help retailers combat theft and criminal activity here at the 2023 LPRC Impact Conference in booth #505. A seamlessly integrated solution that combines Quanergy’s long-range 3D LiDAR sensors with its advanced perception software, Q-Track delivers real-time object detection, classification and tracking for enhanced loss prevention and security. Author's quote &ldqu...

SIA launches SIAcademy, a new learning management system for SIA members

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new learning management system (LMS) – SIAcademy as part of its efforts to advance industry professionalism through premier education and training. SIAcademy SIAcademy is a living library of on-demand training and professional development programmes designed to enhance security professionals’ industry knowledge, technical skills, and overall job performance. The new LMS offers a modern, simple, and centralised p...

ADT experts offer advice to residents feeling unsafe in autumn months

A new survey has revealed that 76.5% of British residents feel more conscious about the safety of their homes during Autumn months. The study, conducted by security experts at ADT, interviewed 2,000 residents of the UK to determine how the Autumn months affect people's actions. The experts also offered advice on how to secure the home and deter potential thieves during the longer nights. Are users more conscious of home security when nights are longer?  Response Percentage...

Toshiba opens cutting-edge Quantum Technology Centre in Cambridge marking huge investment push into the UK

Toshiba has officially opened the new, cutting-edge Quantum Technology Centre in a ceremony attended by Lord Johnson, Minister of State for the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), and Hajime Hayashi, Ambassador of Japan to the United Kingdom. The new facility, located in the Cambridge Science Park, is a commercial offshoot of the Toshiba Cambridge Research Laboratory and represents a £20 million investment from Toshiba into the development of quantum-secure networking solutions and w...

Absolute Software recognised as a pioneer in G2 Fall 2023 Grid Reports for Endpoint Management and Zero Trust Networking

Absolute Software™, the only provider of intelligent, self-healing security solutions, has announced that it has been recognised as a pioneer in the Fall 2023 Grid® Reports for Endpoint Management and Zero Trust Networking published by G2, the world's largest and most trusted software marketplace. The latest reports also revealed that an overwhelming majority of Secure Endpoint users (97%) and Secure Access users (99%) rate Absolute with four or five stars. Absolute Secure Endpoint...

Radiant Logic announces expanded identity analytics and data management platform capabilities

Radiant Logic, the Identity Data Fabric company, announced the completed integration of Brainwave GRC following the April 2023 acquisition. These new capabilities solidify Radiant Logic’s entrance into the Identity Analytics market and position platform in the Identity Governance and Administration market, as seen in the recent Gartner® Market Guide for IGA. With a new website launching and the release of the full RadiantOne Identity Data Platform, including Identity Analytics...

Siren 13.4 introduces unprecedented scale and speed alongside new patent

Siren, the all-in-one investigation platform company, on a mission to keep people, assets and networks safe, announced details of a new patent and the release of Siren 13.4.   Dr. Renaud Delbru, Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Siren, said: "Our most recent patent stands out as a one-of-a-kind offering in the market, reaffirming our commitment to innovation. Speed and scale are pivotal in so many critical investigations, I am particularly pleased that our technology, and spe...

Camden Door Controls unveils CM-850 rocker switch for remotely releasing maglocks or door strikes

Camden Door Controls is pleased to bring to market its new sleekly designed CM-850 rocker switch, designed for remotely releasing maglocks or door strikes.  CM-850 Series switches are surface mounted and ideal for under-desk or wall mounting in reception areas.   Surface-mount rocker switch This surface-mount rocker switch can be used for unlocking a door for visitors or as a signaling device in a panic situation. Its form ‘C’ contacts can be easily field confi...

Hanwha Vision adds AI capability to its range of PTZ PLUS cameras

Hanwha Vision, the vision solution provider, has launched a range of PTZ PLUS cameras with AI capability for accurate detection and classification. The high-definition AI PTZ PLUS range is designed for large open areas such as airports, car parks, stadiums, city centres, and industrial estates, as well as perimeter protection. The inclusion of AI reduces false alarms and allows the cameras to accurately classify objects including persons, faces, vehicles (including vehicle type) and numbe...

Teledyne gas and flame detection to promote decarbonisation initiatives at Adipec 2023

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection will not only use ADIPEC 2023 to demonstrate how its latest innovations successfully protect both people and capital assets in the oil and gas sector, but also to illustrate the company’s proactive decarbonisation drive in support of wider industry sustainability efforts. ADIPEC (2-5 October, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) is a major international platform that looks to accelerate game-changing solutions and transformational progress for the future of en...

Dahua Technology unveils the brand new Dahua CH II Series Indoor Fine Pixel Pitch LED Display

Dahua Technology, a video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, continues to set the benchmark for innovation, sustainability, and excellence, as the company releases its brand new Dahua CH II Series Indoor Fine Pixel Pitch LED Display, providing excellent visual clarity and promoting energy efficiency and sustainability.  CH II Series LED Display “The Dahua CH II Series LED Display goes beyond delivering clearer and softer visuals; it signifies Dahua's unwavering commitment t...

Matrix announces participation at G-TECH 2023, in Goa, India

Matrix is committed to leading extensive research aimed at creating innovative Security and Telecommunications solutions that can be leveraged in both local and international settings. At the G-TECH 2023 event, Matrix will showcase a comprehensive range of customer-focused offerings and products across the fields of Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecommunications.  IP Video Surveillance solutions During this event, Matrix will present its com...

Dahua has unveiled a pivotal upgrade to its VMS, DSS Pro with a new version (v8.3)

Dahua's latest DSS Pro V8.3 enhancement equips security personnel with advanced tools, enabling them to rapidly identify and monitor suspicious individuals' movements in just seconds. It is a cutting-edge Video Management Software (VMS) security solution designed for efficiency and scalability. It leverages users' video security systems to help them make informed decisions quickly and serves as the backbone of the operation.   AcuPick Technology The key upgrades primarily focus...

Autumn Equinox: 5 ways to maximise home’s security ahead of darker nights revealed

The autumn equinox, which marks the start of autumn, occurs on Saturday, September 23. With darker evenings ahead, the experts at ADT have shared 5 ways to maximise home security. Home security optimisation Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I comments, “Opportunistic thieves use darkness to their advantage, so it’s no surprise that the number of burglaries committed increases when the darker nights draw in." "Our 2022 burglary report found that bur...

Secutech Thailand to give an opportunity to over 200 solution-focused exhibitors to unveil security solutions in 2023

The trend of integrating video software, AI, and IoT technology into industrial property management is enhancing safety, efficiency, and productivity in the manufacturing sector worldwide. Safety and security solutions Alongside a heightened focus on fire safety, this trend is being actively adopted in Thailand, particularly within its Eastern Economic Corridor development.  With Thailand's GDP projected to accelerate to 3.9% in 2023, Secutech Thailand exhibitors are gearing up to ride t...

Allegion’s report unveils what multifamily renters desire, expect and are willing to pay more for in their residences

Allegion U.S., a provider of security products and solutions, unveiled the results of a new multifamily living trends survey that provides insight into the preferences and expectations of the current renters. New technologies, amenities The report, “2023 Multifamily Living Trends: A Study on What Multifamily Renters Desire, Expect and Will Pay More For in Their Residences,” analyses input from over 1,000 survey respondents who currently rent or own multifamily residences or pl...

OPTEX launches new REDSCAN mini-Pro LiDAR sensor with integrated camera to give customers a highly accurate and adaptable detection solution

OPTEX has announced the launch of its new REDSCAN mini-Pro sensor series, featuring an integrated infrared camera to provide highly accurate and ultra-fast short-range laser detection and visual verification in both indoor and outdoor high-security environments. The latest addition to the award-winning REDSCAN LiDAR series, the new REDSCAN mini-Pro analyses the size, location, and distance of moving or loitering objects to accurately and precisely detect intruders to a range of 20mx20m. REDSCA...

Women in Security Awards 2023, an inspirational evening

The highly anticipated 2023 Women in Security Awards took place in London’s spectacular Shakespeare’s Underglobe Theatre. The event drew a remarkable gathering of inspirational women practitioners and senior leaders from the security sector.      Organised annually by Professional Security magazine and Patron Una Riley, the Women in Security Awards is a prestigious ceremony to commend and celebrate the achievements, contributions, and remarkable accompl...

Teledyne FLIR introduces AI-optimised thermal camera for enhanced intrusion detection

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced the release of its new FLIR FC-Series AI, the latest model in its signature fixed camera (FC) series. The FC-Series AI is a thermal security camera with onboard AI analytics that accurately classifies humans and vehicles for early intrusion detection for perimeter protection and remote site monitoring.  FC-Series AI With video analytics that combine deep neural network (DNN)- and motion-based analytics, the FC-Series AI...

TDSi announces forthcoming appearance at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2023

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces it will be showcasing its GARDiS Platform and talking about its new GARDiSVU VMS solution on Stand 2-B28 at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2023, which takes place from 3rd-5th October at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center. Integrated security systems Managing Director John Davies commented, “We are delighted to announce our forthcoming appearance at Intersec Saudi Arabia at the beginning of October. T...

System Surveyor launches System Surveyor 2.0, next-generation app for site surveys and system design

System Surveyor launched System Surveyor 2.0, the next generation of the industry’s favourite mobile tablet app for site surveys and system design. Based on more than seven years of use by thousands of industry professionals. The new app introduces several new features that enhance user experience on the platform’s mobile app, streamline site surveys with drag-and-drop simplicity, facilitate system lifecycle management and accelerate the proposal creation process by automating a bi...

Verkada and Convergint partner to deliver smarter, safer buildings

Verkada, a pioneer in cloud-managed enterprise building security and management announced a partnership with Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration. Driven by a shared commitment to safety and customer service, paired with Convergint's vast global footprint and Verkada's best-in-class technology, the partnership will empower both organisations to serve a broader global customer base. Improving response time "Convergint is focused on being our customers' best servi...

Entering the high-end security market with new Grade 3 certification

Yet another significant milestone for Ajax Systems. Since August 31, the following Ajax devices are officially Grade 3 certified: Hub Hybrid (2G) MultiTransmitter Fibra StreetSiren Fibra StreetSiren DoubleDeck Fibra HomeSiren Fibra KeyPad Fibra Grade 3 systems Grade 3 systems are used in large enterprises and high-risk facilities where enhanced security is demanded. Ajax systems can cover jewellery and arms stores, banks and financial institutions, ATMs, and other facilities re...

Ascento rolls out autonomous security patrolling robot with new $4.3m funding round

Labour shortages have affected large parts of the world and various industries. The security industry is also feeling the crunch, with many countries around the world facing a 52% staff shortage of security guards which means companies are struggling to fulfil contractual obligations or sign new business.  Pre-seed funding round In addressing this pressing issue, robotics startup Ascento, is announcing a $4.3m funding round and the launch of its latest autonomous outdoor security patroll...

ExtraHop® open sources machine learning dataset to help security teams detect malware and botnet operations faster

ExtraHop, a pioneer in cloud-native network detection and response (NDR), announced it is open-sourcing its expansive 16 million-row dataset, one of the most robust available to help defend against domains generated by algorithm (DGAs). This is to level the playing field for defenders and empower businesses of all sizes to better secure their organisations by strengthening defenses against malware and botnet operations. Cyber landscape Amid a widening cybersecurity skills gap (up 26% in 2022)...

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